Chip McCormick 10-Round .45 ACP 1911 Magazine

"Chip McCormick magazines are the highest quality magazines and the most reliable 1911 magazines available," says the promotional copy for this item on CheaperThanDirt.com.

This stainless steel magazine is designed with extra attention to detail, constructed from premium materials to close tolerances and is intended for serious shooters. It has a 10-round capacity and features a removable 1.25-inch baseplate.

Regular price is $29.95 but this item is on sale at this writing for $27.97. Click on the link here for more information or ordering.

 

Katadyn Hiker Pro Water Filter

The Hiker Pro is another high-quality Swiss-made product from the renowned firm Katadyn. It features 129 square inches of pleated 0.3 micron glass fiber media and an activated carbon core for clean, fresh-tasting water. The Hiker can filter up to 200 gallons and weighs just 11 ounces, making it easy to pack. For adventure and emergency needs, the Hiker Pro features quick-connect fittings so you can pump water directly into a hydration pack. The filter includes a removable filter protector, the quick connect fittings, hydration pack connector, prefilter, universal bottle adapter, and carry bag. Available form Emergency Essentials at www.beprepaired.com. Regular price is $79.95 but it's currently just $69.99.

 

Sun-Mar Composting Toilets

Working like the compost heap in the backyard, but odorlessly and much faster, Sun-Mar toilets break down human waste and toilet paper through the natural process of decomposition. Because most of this waste is evaporated, only a very limited quantity of finished compost is produced.

Oxygen, moisture, heat and organic material are needed to allow minute natural organisms to transform the waste to fertilizing soil. Oxygen is provided by drum rotation and by the ventilation system. Moisture is obtained directly from human waste. Organic material in the form of peat moss is added manually, since this organic carbon is absorbent, holds oxygen, and is cheap and readily available. Heat is generated by the compost itself, assisted by the heating element (on electric models). Microbes are contained in the rich top soil which is added to the compost.

The engineered air flow within Sun-Mar units ensures that a partial vacuum is maintained within the unit at all times. Because air is continuously drawn into the toilet, there is no backdraft, and hence no smell.

In addition, the tumbling action of the composting drum results in such a moist and beautifully oxygenated compost that an aerobic breakdown takes place which is both fast and odorless. Breakdown is odorless because aerobic microbes produce only carbon dioxide and water vapor, quite unlike the unpleasant anaerobic smell often found in a septic tank, outhouse, or backyard compost.

Sun-Mar's unique Bio-drum has been developed to provide the optimum conditions for aerobic composting. Using a Bio-drum, Sun-Mar has been able to ensure that the compost in the drum is maintained in the moist, warm, well mixed, oxygen rich condition which aerobic bacteria need for optimum performance.

Sun-Mar has also found that the use of a Bio-drum avoids the anaerobic activity which occurs wherever there is insufficient oxygen. This is important because anaerobic activity is slow and produces offensive odors.

The use of this revolutionary Bio-drum results in composting speeds double those of the old single chamber units with mechanical mixers.

Sun-Mar units require very little maintenance. Peat moss should be added at the rate of one cupful per person per day. Toilet paper is decomposed easily by Sun-mar units and should be added as usual. The compost should be mixed and aerated every third day (or at the end of the weekend) while the toilet is in use, simply by turning the drum handle and rotating the drum 4-6 complete revolutions. In cottage use, some composted material may only need to be extracted in the spring. In residential or commercial use extraction will be more frequent.

Sun-Mar makes its units out of fiberglass and marine grade stainless steel, so freezing temperatures will do no damage even if the compost freezes in the drum. Composting action decreases with temperature, so for extended winter use, the unit should be kept at a minimum temperature of about 55-60 degrees F. (13-15 degrees C.) and all piping should be well insulated. For periodic use in winter, the toilet may be used as a holding tank, until the compost warms up, and the microbes emerge from dormancy. Electric units should be plugged in on arrival so the ventilation system is working and there will be no odor. When the compost is frozen, the drum should not be rotated.

Both electric, including AC/DC, and non-electric units are available, ranging in price from $1,293 to $1,559, from Survival Unlimited. See more on the website at www.SurvivalUnlimited.com.

Peace Of Mind Evacuation Hood

One of the most important preparation tools for a fire emergency is an evacuation hood that will give you adequate breathing air while you make your escape from the house or apartment, office, or just about anywhere you happen to be in an emergency.

From UHA International in Canada comes the Peace of Mind Evacuation Hood. This emergency hood weighs only a few ounces but can actually save your life by protecting you against smoke and bacteriological contaminants with a precious 20 minutes of breathable air.

Features include: pocket size package (6 by 5 by 1/2 inches); filters smoke & bacteriological contaminants; filter meets NIOSH N99 standard (99.9 percent at .3 microns); no mouth piece, allows easy communication; clear see-through heat resistant visor for full range of vision; hood fabric has a heat resistance of 480 degrees F.; elastic neck band for a snug fit; 5-year shelf life from date of manufacture.

The Peace of Mind Evacuation Hood has a suggested retail price of $49.95 but is available from HomEmergencyUSA.com for just $38.50.

US GI Disaster Blanket

You'll sleep through a blizzard wrapped up in this wool blend blanket. It consists of a wool/nylon/rayon blend. Measures 66 by 84 inches.. Throw one on your bed at home, keep a few at camp, and on those drafty winter nights, snuggle with one on your couch. Various shades of gray in color. Unused/Unissued. Made in USA. Just $7.95 each from Coleman's Military Surplus. Or buy several at a discount. Order at www.colemans.com.

 

Arctic Bunny Boots For Extreme Cold Weather Protection

These US military-issue boots are among the best made for extreme cold protection for your feet--down to -60 degrees F. Used in arctic environments by our military personnel for years and made of the best materials for rugged use. Available in sizes 6 to 16, with half sizes available also, from Quartermaster Supply, Purveyor of Fine Military Surplus. Call them at 719-520-5193, or visit the website at www.qm-supply.com/zenstore. l